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Switzerland wraps up first place in Group B at the World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Canada
By Anne M. Peterson, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 4 min read
Switzerland put a damper on Canada's World Cup party.The Swiss got goals from Rubén Vargas and Johan Manzambi to beat Canada 2-1 on Wednesday and win Group B. Switzerland will get a week of rest before returning to Vancouver to face one of the eight best third-place finishers on July 2.“I think t...
Key takeaway The Swiss got goals from Rubén Vargas and Johan Manzambi to beat Canada 2-1 on Wednesday and win Group B.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio soccer fans who have been following the World Cup will note that Canada's historic advancement to the knockout round has significant implications for the city's own sporting landscape. With Canada set to travel to Inglewood, California, for its next game, local enthusiasts may be reminded of San Antonio's own aspirations to host major international soccer matches. The Alamo City has a growing soccer fan base, and events like these can help galvanize interest in the sport. As the World Cup progresses, San Antonio residents may be watching not only the action on the pitch but also the potential opportunities for their city to become a hub for international soccer in the future. The success of teams like Canada, which is making its mark on the global stage, can inspire local soccer initiatives and fuel the growth of the sport in San Antonio.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Switzerland put a damper on Canada's World Cup party.The Swiss got goals from Rubén Vargas and Johan Manzambi to beat Canada 2-1 on Wednesday and win Group B. Switzerland will get a week of rest before returning to Vancouver to face one of the eight best third-place finishers on July 2.“I think t...
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